Travel Nurse RN - CVICU - $2,418 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Tacoma, Washington. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : CVICU Discipline : RN Start Date : 11 / 17 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours, nights Employment Type : Travel Job Description American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a CVICU float pool position requiring at least 2 years of cardiovascular ICU experience and strong skills in cardiac surgery care. Responsibilities Work in a 13-bed CVICU float pool within a hospital setting Provides care for post-op CABG, esophagectomy, TAVR, AAA repair, thoracic and vascular surgeries, and post-arrest patients Patient ratios are 1 : 2 for typical assignments, with 1 : 1 for specific high-acuity interventions Night shift, 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week Required to work every other weekend and at least 2 or 3 holidays during the assignment if during the holiday season May float to CCU or other ICU level units as needed Utilizes bedside telemetry monitoring and Epic EMR (Cerner experience acceptable) Unit support includes a tech, flex nurse for breaks, floating charge nurse, and 24 / 7 hospitalist, RT, and intensivist support Responsibilities include hourly rounding, completing white boards, and giving bedside report Medication and patient safety protocols strictly enforced, including two-nurse narcotic waste verification and secure medication storage EPIC charting orientation provided; two days of general hospital orientation plus a familiarization shift across units First time travelers are welcome to apply Breaks are required, and phone use on the unit is not permitted Must document pain assessment before and after administering pain medications per established guidelines Any color scrubs may be worn except black Requirements Active WA or compact RN license required (may apply with pending license if documentation is provided) Minimum 2 years of recent cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) experience required Certifications required : BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Proficient in cardiac rhythm interpretation, chest tubes, lumbar drains, vent management, invasive line management (A-line, CVP, Swann), external pacemakers, Bipap, abdominal pressure monitoring, and tracheostomies Experience with titration of vasoactive and cardiac drips, including Propofol, Precedex, Fentanyl, Versed, Cardizem, Dopamine, Dobutamine, Nicardipine, Levophed, and Epinephrine Ability to pass telemetry competency exam before start Must provide two professional supervisory references prior to starting Benefits High Pay and Bonuses Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options 401(k) Plan Weekly Payroll Deposit Free Online CEUs Generous Housing Allowance Travel and Licensure Reimbursements Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy Traveler Rewards and Discounts American Traveler Job ID P-624726. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - Cardiovascular ICU About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24 / 7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.